CRTPO Long Range Program Manager

City of Charlotte•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The CRTPO Long Range Program Manager is a new professional position in the City of Charlotte’s Planning, Design & Development Department, responsible for supervising CRTPO’s long-range planning initiatives. The role was created in response to the increasing scope and complexity of the organization’s responsibilities and will provide the leadership, planning, and organization needed to oversee a multifaceted program area. The position leads, guides, and supports a team of 3–4 professional planners and collaborates with elected officials, state agencies, and community stakeholders. It oversees regional transportation planning initiatives, including the Metropolitan Transportation Plan and its upcoming update, while supporting other CRTPO programs and the implementation of organizational priorities. The role also requires public engagement, including presentations to community groups and local governing bodies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, or transportation planning.
Seven years of relevant work experience.
Thorough understanding of transportation planning principles and their application.
Thorough understanding of federal metropolitan transportation planning regulations.
Thorough understanding of the Transportation Improvement Program process, particularly North Carolina’s Strategic Transportation Investments legislation, Strategic Mobility Formula, and Prioritization process.
Knowledge of rules associated with the use of federal funds and grants.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships through proactive and diplomatic engagement with stakeholders, outside agencies, and the public.
Outstanding written and verbal presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex technical planning data into clear, actionable reports for public officials and community members.
Demonstrated experience building consensus and facilitating collaboration within and outside an organization to achieve positive results.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
Experience leading, coaching, and managing employees.
Strong attention to detail and proven quality assurance and quality control skills.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination.
Candidates must satisfy the City’s background check requirements.

Nice To Haves

Seven years of progressive, advanced-level experience.
At least one year of supervisory experience is desired.
Progressively responsible leadership and organizational experience in program administration, with demonstrated ability to direct and guide teams.
Experience identifying and pursuing funding from NCDOT, state agencies, and federal agencies.
Proven ability to bring diverse jurisdictions together around shared regional transportation solutions.
PE, AICP, or other certifications, such as GISP or AIA.
Master’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, transportation planning, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a team of 3–4 professional planners, managing workloads, setting goals, and supporting career growth.
Oversee coordination, development, adoption, and implementation of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan, and serve as project manager for the upcoming MTP update.
Support Comprehensive Transportation Plan initiatives, including the CTP 2.0 process.
Manage employees responsible for safety-related initiatives, including preparation and development support of Comprehensive Safety Action Plans.
Manage employees associated with RAISE grant implementation.
Support transit planning, including coordination with regional transit agencies and development of a five-year transit plan.
Support implementation of the Strategic Plan.
Engage with the CRTPO Board and elected officials on program responsibilities and the organization’s mission and vision.
Engage with the Technical Coordinating Committee.
Interact with the North Carolina Department of Transportation, including Division Engineers, Directors, and Board of Transportation members.
Lead implementation of the Staffing and Resources Study.
Participate in public engagement activities, including presentations to neighborhood, civic, business, and community groups and local governing bodies.
Perform other duties as assigned.